Nekima Levy Armstrong with Mike McIntee – August 25, 2025

Nekima Levy Armstrong is an award-winning civil rights lawyer, scholar-activist, and past president of the Minneapolis NAACP. She is a frequent speaker on national and international news outlets about racial justice advocacy and public policy, most notably including an interview with Oprah. Nekima is also a best-selling author, entrepreneur, and podcast host.

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DeSantis erases LGBTQ memorial, Third Way’s Don’t Say Gay memo, SCOTUS axes health research

Ron DeSantis just erased a memorial to the victims of the Pulse Nightclub shooting. Liberal think tank Third Way issues their own Don’t Say Gay memo. HHS cancels $12 million sex-ed grant after California refuses to eliminate gender identity lessons. Not to be out done: the Supreme Court just set back health research a generation.

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 38: Ellie’s Talking Head: Chilling Care, Chilling Fear

On this Ellie’s Talking Head show we begin with how Trump’s MAGA DOJ has subpoenaed multiple Blue state hospitals seeking confidential patient information of transgender children and youth who have received gender affirming care. It’s all an effort to chill those hospitals from providing such care. I also share an influencer’s take about Maslow’s Hierarchy…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 83: Back to School Tips with Tara Martini

It’s back to school time! Andi and Rina are joined by Tara Martini of Becoming Together Therapy and Wellness. While it can be exciting, back to school can also bring stress and anxiety, especially for LGBTQ+ students and families. We’ll share tips for smoother transitions to school, how parents can help ease anxiety and ways…

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Do Different Better – Ep. 65: What the Heck Is a Holding Company—And Should You Start One?

You’ve heard the term—but what is a holding company? And is it just for rich people, or is it something YOU should consider? In this episode of the Do.Different.Better Show, Elaine Rasmussen breaks it all the way down: What a holding company is (in plain English) Why it protects your businesses and assets When you…

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Boldly Challenging Ableism – S1 E12: Jen Sommerness on Ableism in Education

Katrina is joined by Jen Sommerness, a research associate at the TIES Center at the Institute on Community Integration. She discusses ableism in schools and making education meaningful for every student.

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 31: Balancing Burnout

American society is wrought with burnout. As of 2025, 66% of adults endorse burnout in their lives and the ramifications on mental health are significant. Join Becky McNattin and Tara Martini to process through what burnout is and how to identify if and when it is occurring. Additionally, Becky and Tara explore how to embrace…

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Food Freedom Radio – August 23, 2025

Is a 5th world possible? Host Laura Hedlund speaks with Rob Avis of 5thWorld.com to explore bold new ideas for reimagining our future. Together, they discuss the vision behind the “5th World,” what it means for our communities, and how we might create a more sustainable and connected way of living.

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Wall of Power Radio Hour – August 23, 2025

Paul Metsa and Mr. Charlie Pierce, had another great chat in our semi-regular episodes we call “Checkpoint Charlie.” Charles Pierce writes a political column for Esquire.com, and Paul refers to him as his “psychological morphine drip for all things political.” Besides discussing the state of our once-great nation, Charlie reminds us of the origin of the…

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“Living Healthy and Aging Well” with Ken Haglind – August 23, 2025

Harvey S. Perle, Principal of Perle & Co., a St. Paul, MN based Insurance Broker, joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” to talk about to talk about what is ahead for Medicare in 2026. Perle & Co. specializes in Medicare education, enrollment, and client servicing. Having someone from “Perle and Company”…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 8.22.25

LIVE FROM THE SWENSSON FAMILY FARM IN GRANITE FALLS MN!! It’s Casual Friday as we ease into the weekend we take a look at Paranormal News freshly ripped from the Internet, Listener Question & Feedback, Feedback from the Question of the Week. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Watch Live: www.facebook.com/MNGhostBox www.facebook.com/AM950Radio www.facebook.com/ParaFriendsEvents/ www.facebook.com/gethauntedusa www.facebook.com/PUNMedia1…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 22, 2025

On today’s show: — Trump wants to expand his federal takeover to other cities like Chicago and New York. — The FBI has searched the home and office of ex-Trump national security adviser John Bolton. — Police investigate a Kansas city council member’s citizenship after a complaint left via voicemail. — What happened to home…

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Crime Ink: Iconic, plus film reviews of Spark and Perfect Endings

Crime Ink: Iconic (An Anthology of Crime Fiction Inspired by Famous Queer Icons), is a new anthology of crime fiction and it comes out September 2nd. Its co-editor (John Copenhaver) and one of its contributing authors (Anne Laughlin) join us! Plus, Jim and John review the films Spark and Perfect Endings. Purchase your copy of…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 21, 2025

Matt talks with the crew out at the fair; Republicans attacking cities as usual; Trump will attend police patrols in DC; Trump civil judgement vacated; State Fair opens; Matt opens up about becoming an empty nester; some GOPers still want to “secede” to South Dakota; Georgia service industry inferior to ours.

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 20, 2025

Ag secretary claims Minnesota is swamped in solar panels; people’s use of credit reacing unstable levels; Jeff Stein makes his appearance; please consider blood donation; Mille Lacs walleye limit raised; another GOP candidate for governor; more on the Minneapolis DFL convention; arrests made in local crimes; Aisha Chughtai attacks Jacob Frey publicly.

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Freda Ndidi Epum’s new memoir, plus French protestors banned Barbie

Freda Ndidi Epum joins us to discuss her memoir: The Gloomy Girl Variety Show: A Memoir. Merging memoir, poetry, and criticism, this radical literary revue traces a first-generation Nigerian American’s search for home and belonging on her own terms. Purchase your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9781558613102. Connect with Freda here: http://www.fredaepum.com. Plus, anti-LGBTQ protestors used the threat…

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Brett Johnson with Patrick Coolican (8/19/25)

Brett is joined by Patrick Coolican, editor-in-chief of the Minnesota Reformer. Today they talk about a Ramsey Co. court ruling that could have massive impacts on the legislature, Keith Ellison suing Tik Tok and why right wing media outlets are giving a platform to Vance Boelter, the killer of Rep. Melissa Hortman and her husband,…

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Tammye Nash returns with new reporting on Texas Democrat walkout, plus book ban law banned, but Project 2025 is almost complete

Tammye Nash, Managing Editor of the Dallas Voice returns with new reporting on what’s happening in Texas with the proposed maps and Democratic boycott. Plus, a federal judge struck down Florida’s book ban law. Finally. But Trump has already implemented 69% of Project 2025. We’ll break down what it means and lawsuits challenging these actions.…

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GhostBox Radio – Bram Stoker’s Dracula w/ Dacre Stoker 8.19.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with guest Dacre Stoker as we talk about his Great Uncle Bram Stoker. We talk about Dracula and his upcoming trip to Castle Dracula in Romania that you can join him on that trip. Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me on Patreon…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 18, 2025

Democrats not fighting back; Zelensky visits the White House; where hate groups are thriving unchecked; state fair week has arrived; Lake Superior rescue; Taco John’s relocates its HQ to Minneapolis; Democrats can be too idealistic sometimes; Metro Transit’s problems.

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Iceland Pride, Haircut Ban, Georgia forcing trans people to detransition

We bring you our in-depth reporting from Iceland’s 2025 PRIDE week! See below for links. Key Reykjavik Pride links: 1) hinsegindagar.is/en/ 2) https://dunda.is 3) instagram.com/pottery.by.jane/ 4) instagram.com/brst.art In other news, Arkansas is trying to ban haircuts for trans people. Yes, really. And the state of Georgia is forcing incarcerated people to de-transition.

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 37: Trans Lives in Uniform and on the Ice

The Big Story is about the US Air Force retracting pension-award letters to a dozen transgender service members with 15-18 years of service who were being drummed out of the military due to Trump’s ban. The Air Force said it had “made a mistake” in granting the service members pensions; my take is that it…

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Boldly Challenging Ableism – S1 E11: Katherine McLaughlin, Founder and CEO, Elevatus Training

Katherine McLaughlin joins us to talk about sex and disability. She also shares why involving people living with disabilities in Sex Education is important.

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Redefining Recovery Ep. 68: Becoming a Peer Recovery Specialist

Caddy Frink and Sarah Kemp dive into the transformative journey of what you truly gain from recovery, from developing patience with the process to retraining your brain for lasting change. They discuss the importance of personal empowerment in building a strong foundation for long-term success and share insights into how you can take your own…

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Do Different Better – Ep. 64: Own Your Job: How Employee Ownership and Profit Sharing Can Build Wealth

What if your job could be more than just a paycheck? In this episode of Do.Different.Better, host Elaine Rasmussen dives into employee ownership and profit sharing as powerful tools for financial freedom, workplace transformation, and community wealth building. You’ll learn: What ESOPs, worker co-ops, and employee trusts really are Why profit sharing can boost retention…

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 30: All Apologies

Being an adult is hard. So many additional responsibilities, challenges to navigate, and skills we must draw from. And even more challenging, is doing all of this within the context of broader relationships! Inevitably, we as humans, cause hurt for those we care about. How do we take ownership for our wrongdoing when we are…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 82: Hannah Edwards with Transforming Families

This week Andi and Rina are joined by Hannah Edwards, executive director of Transforming Families. This incredible Minnesota non profit is doing some great work with transgender, gender non-conforming and questioning youth along with their families. We’ll talk about their monthly gatherings, upcoming events and support that they offer in Minnesota.

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Downright Upright Show – Ep. 134: Film Critic, Entertainment Reporter, Podcaster and TV Personality, Paul McGuire Grimes

Philip Anthony is joined by film critic, entertainment reporter, podcaster and TV personality, Paul McGuire Grimes. On this episode Philip and Paul discuss the current blockbuster movies of today and yesteryear and Paul’s journey as a proud gay man.

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“Living Healthy and Aging Well” with Ken Haglind – August 16, 2025

Natalie Stangler, Certified Sound Practitioner, End of Life Doula and co-founder of Sanctuary Studio, joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” radio show to share the transformative power of sound healing and the vital role doulas play from birth to death. Natalie offers insight into what it means to truly hold space…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday with Ernie Pack 8.15.25

It’s Casual Friday as we ease into the weekend we take a look at Paranormal News freshly ripped from the Internet, Listener Question & Feedback, Feedback from the Question of the Week. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Watch Live: www.facebook.com/MNGhostBox www.facebook.com/AM950Radio www.facebook.com/ParaFriendsEvents/ www.facebook.com/gethauntedusa www.facebook.com/PUNMedia1 Website: www.ghostboxradio.com Twitter: @mnghostbox #GhostBoxRadio #AM950 #GregBakun #ParanormalRadio #ParanormalPodcast #TalkRadio…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 15, 2025

Who would most excite you if they liked your social media posts?; DOD uses fake images to celebrate women recruits chatbots exploiting children; relative of slain UHC CEO harassed; sports report; arrest made in St. Anthony Cub shooting; appliance salesman takes plea deal on swindling customers; new evidence may clear man of 1998 murder conviction;…

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Christmas at the Women’s Hotel and Italian gay double-feature

Daniel M. Lavery’s new novella Christmas at the Women’s Hotel drops October 14. He joins us to discuss! Pre-order your copy here: https://bookshop.org/a/82376/9780063455016 Plus, Jim and I review an Italian gay double-feature for you: Mascarpone and Mascarpone: The Rainbow Cake. And we preview the upcoming The Joffrey + Ballet in the U.S. opening October 3…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 14, 2025

Rep. Luma makes bizarre claims about interdimensional beings; Kansas lawmaker’s citizenship investigated; economics news; Caleb McEwen of Brave New Workshop joins the show to discuss their new show; border patrol tries to intimidate Newsom; former KSTP meteorologist files discrmination suit; Target,

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Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly about legal recognition for poly and non-nuclear families

Attorney Christina Fialho and Mayor of West Hollywood Chelsea Byers discuss the new proposed ordinances in West Hollywood that would legally recognize family structures of all kinds: non-nuclear, polyamorous, and chosen families. Learn more at the City of West Hollywood’s website: https://www.weho.org. Connect with Chelsea here: https://christinafialho.com.  

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GhostBox Radio – Dead Malls (A New Book) with Darby Harn 8.13.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author Darby Harn as we talk about his upcoming book “Dead Malls” as well as his other work. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Watch Live: www.facebook.com/MNGhostBox www.facebook.com/AM950Radio www.facebook.com/ParaFriendsEvents/ www.facebook.com/gethauntedusa www.facebook.com/PUNMedia1 Website: www.ghostboxradio.com Twitter: @mnghostbox #GhostBoxRadio #AM950 #GregBakun #ParanormalRadio #ParanormalPodcast #TalkRadio #AMRadio #Paranormal #Author #DarbyHarns…

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Native Roots Radio Presents: I’m Awake – August 13, 2025

Joining Guest Host ​Christine McDonald: Kaela McConnon Diarra Civil Rights Interim Director, Mark Haase Deputy Director and General Counsel, Cannabis Expungement board, State of Minnesota and Kissy Coakley Paralegal Supervisor, Cannabis Expungement board, State of Minnesota.

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 13, 2025

On today’s show: – Trump says he will host the Kennedy Center honors himself – A Minnesota teen says a Buffalo Wild Wings server forced her to prove her gender in the restaurant. — Warning signs flashing in the AG economy. – Jeff Stein’s weekly Wednesday visit. – The Pohlads make a mess of trying…

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Christopher Kane send-off, plus Jake Wittich reports on Chicago’s fight for LGBTQ healthcare

We say goodbye to Christopher Kane as he leaves the Washington Blade for a new role. He shares his latest (and last) reporting for the Washington Blade. Plus Jake Wittich Managing Editor for Windy City Times is back to share his reporting on Chicago protests targeting hospital cuts to gender-affirming care for youth, the Illinois…

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GhostBox Radio – Experiences with Psychic Medium Refined Divine 8.12.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Psychic Medium Refined Divine Deb as we talk about her experiences with emotions and illnesses that can come with awakenings and other spiritual changes. Schedule readings, check out her classes and see upcoming events at: www.refineddivinepsychic.com E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider…

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Bill Corbett with Matt – August 12, 2025

Bill Corbett is a former writer for MYSTERY SCIENCE THEATER 3000 and also a performer on the show, providing the voice of the robot Crow (v.2.0) and playing various other strange characters — including the all-powerful but clueless alien The Observer (a.k.a. “Brain Guy”). Corbett is also a screenwriter and playwright. Corbett’s screenplay STARSHIP DAVE,…

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Legit porn ban, Nepal’s First Pride, USAF cuts retirement benefits

The United States Senate is officially considering legislation to ban pornography in the United States. Nepal has held its first ever Pride parade. The United States Airforce will kick out trans servicemembers and will not pay out earned retirement benefits.

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GhostBox Radio – Woo Woo Festival and Beyond w/ Leamarie Dunham 8.11.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Leamarie Dunham, the owner of Let’s Rock in Taylor’s Falls, to talk about her event called the Woo Woo Festival happening August 23rd in Taylor’s Falls. More info can be found at: www.facebook.com/Leashomeshop E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 11, 2025

Matt runs into a couple listeners on the street; Wallethub best states to live; Trump orders feds to occupy DC to try to get away from Epstein issues; sports update; shooting incident at St. Anthony grocery store; St. Anthony Falls history lesson; Lake Alice flows out; Pete Stauber and Sean Duffy visit Duluth.

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Dr. Samuel Huneke with guest host Ellie Krug

Dr. Samuel Huneke, Associate Professor of History at George Mason, joins us monthly and today he’s in conversation with our guest host: Ellie Krug. Get Samuel’s books and learn more about his work here: samuelcloweshuneke.com. Check out Ellie’s weekly show The Illegal Trans Woman weekly Saturdays at 4pm on AM950 and everywhere you get your…

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The Illegal Trans Woman – Ep. 36: Revisiting with Pastor Luke Springer (Encore)

This episode originally aired March 8, 2025: The Big Story is about politicians who do the right thing (Senate Democrats who blocked a national trans youth sports ban) and those who don’t (CA Gov. Gavin Newsom, who in a podcast interview with right wing pundit Charlie Kirk threw trans athletes under the bus). The Big…

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Do Different Better – Ep. 63: Hacking the System: Dr. Astrid J. Scholz

She walked away from a successful nonprofit career, built a life like a holding company, and decided that if she couldn’t find the capital—she’d build her own. In this episode of the Do.Different.Better Show, host Elaine Rasmussen sits down with Dr. Astrid J. Scholz—polypreneur, wealth hacker, and co-founder of Armillaria, Game The System, and Zebras…

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Twin Cities Pride Amplified – Ep. 81: Rainbow Collective for Change

This week Andi Otto and Rina Heisel welcome back Anne Sutkowi-Hemstreet, the founder and director of Rainbow Collective for Change (https://www.rainbowcollectiveforchange.org/), a Twin Cities organziation looking to help connect Rainbow families from allover the area, from rainbow play dates, workshops the new book mobile and more!

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Feels Out Loud – Ep. 29: Men and Depression   

Depression is a very real experience for men. Statistics report that 1 in every 10 men struggle with depression and that men are four times more likely to die by suicide every year. Less than half of men with depression will receive treatment. Join Becky McNattin and Tara Martini, as they host guest Mark Meier…

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Living Healthy and Aging Well 8.9.25

Vitaly Salo, Executive Director of inHom Senior Care, joins host Ken Haglind on “Living Healthy and Aging Well” to talk about the specialized services that an inHom dedicated caregiver can give to your loved one. InHom Senior Care allows aging adults to receive every-day care, tailored to their needs, in the comfort and dignity of…

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GhostBox Radio – Casual Friday 8.08.25

It’s Casual Friday as we ease into the weekend we take a look at Paranormal News freshly ripped from the Internet, Listener Question & Feedback, Feedback from the Question of the Week. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Watch Live: www.facebook.com/MNGhostBox www.facebook.com/AM950Radio www.facebook.com/ParaFriendsEvents/ www.facebook.com/gethauntedusa www.facebook.com/PUNMedia1 Website: www.ghostboxradio.com Twitter: @mnghostbox #GhostBoxRadio #AM950 #GregBakun #ParanormalRadio #ParanormalPodcast #TalkRadio…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 8, 2025

On today’s show: – Matt becomes an empty nester in a couple weeks. – Crypto currency rears its ugly head with stunts throwing sex toys at WNBA games. – Could Trump invade Mexico to distract from Epstein? – Pete Hegseth attended a church with a Christian nationalist pastor who doesn’t think women should vote and…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 7, 2025

Kelly Clarkson cancels residency after ex-husband’s passing; Democrats struggling; prices being driven further upward; Minnesota wins best state fair from readers; assassin likely won’t go to trial for a year; Sen. Hoffman’s statement; Mary Moriarty will not seek re-election; Wisconsin measles report; motorcyclist keeps going after his sister was thrown off.

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Thinking Clearly, Thinking Queerly with Jim Verraros

The American Idol star has a new album dropping August 8. We’ll talk about his time on Idol (it’s eye opening) as well as his new album. Follow Jim on Instagram @jimverraros for updates and stream his new album everywhere you get your music on August 8!

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GhostBox Radio – One Question Readings with Refined Divine 8.6.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, it’s One Question Reading Night as Refined Divine joins us to help people get clarity on questions they have on life, love life, money, etc. Schedule readings, check out her classes and see upcoming events at: www.refineddivinepsychic.com E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Watch Live: www.facebook.com/MNGhostBox www.facebook.com/AM950Radio www.facebook.com/ParaFriendsEvents/…

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GhostBox Radio – Death and Lighthouses of the Great Lakes w/ Dianna Stampfler 8.05.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author Dianna Stampfler about her book “Death & Lighthouses on the Great Lakes: A History of Murder and Misfortune”. There are some fantastic stories and some gruesome tales in this book and we talk about them tonight. You can pick up the book through my…

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The Matt McNeil Show – August 5, 2025

Republican power grab; agriculture secretary floats dumb ideas for saving ag sector; people carrying more and more personal debt; overzealous policing; Matthew Blake of MinnPost talks with Brett; mineral surveying flights; law enforcement recruitment funding controversy.

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Tammye Nash returns, plus Jessica L’Whor takes over Minneapolis this weekend

Tammye Nash, Managing Editor of the Dallas Voice returns with new reporting on X, Y, Z. Plus, incoming! Drag Queen Jessica L’Whor will be performing all across the Twin Cities August 8-10 (Gay 90s, Union Rooftop, and Mall of America!). Learn more: jessicalwhor.com Dallas Voice just started its 42nd year as the Voice of the…

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GhostBox Radio – Experiencer of the Unknown Kelly Schutz 8.04.25

Tonight on GhostBox Radio with Greg Bakun, Greg talks with Author and Experiencer of the Unknown Dr. Kelly Schutz. We will also be talking about her talk show Disembodied Voices as seen on Paraflixx. E-mail: comment@ghostboxradio.com Listen Live Streaming: www.am950radio.com Join our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/iEhEl2 Please consider subscribing to me on Patreon for as low…

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